An update from Alex

If you're coming to the site for the first time here's what you missed (otherwise scroll down for an update and a message from Alex herself):


Monday, March 29th, 2010 @ 5:30am
Alex was awoken by a Chicago Firefighter who helped her out of the third story apartment that she was living in, leaving all of her worldly possessions and 2 cats behind. For an hour she waited at the Starbucks on Belmont and Leavitt for the outcome as fire tore through the roof and her ceiling. A helpful firefighter braved the building and found the cats hiding under the couch and brought each one down. The fire raged on and when it was burnt out 2 hours later, the apartment building was deemed unsafe and scheduled for demolition.

Alex lost everything to the fire but her two cats and the pajamas she was wearing at the time. On Wednesday morning she was allowed into what remained of her old apartment and sifted out a few things but nothing of much value.

Here are some news stories about the fire:
Video from WGN
Link to the news story

This is when Alex's friends and family went into action. Starbucks has created a donation drop-off and Alex's family created this blog so people who wanted to help really could and do it in an immediate way.

Alex really appreciates all of the love and support from everyone. She is getting back on track and begins work again on Monday but she could still use some help if you'd like to offer. There is a donate button below if you'd like to contribute financially but that isn't the only way you can help.
Please give thanks for this day and everyone you have in your life!

If you have clothes that would fit Alex and would like to donate, leave a message here and someone will contact you.
Her sizes are:
Pants: 10L
Top: Large
Shoes: 11

Leave a message for Alex on her Facebook profile, leave a comment for her below, or send her an email: arlix120@gmail.com

Several people have asked Alex for a list of things she needs and she's finally been able to make a short list.

*vacuum
*sofa/loveseat
*stereo
*microwave
*toaster oven
*various kitchen utensils
*Kitchen chairs
*pots/pans
*iron
*ironing board
*bed(queen)

The address for drop off will be up shortly...
A MESSAGE FROM ALEX TO EVERYONE WHO CONTACTED AND HELPED HER THIS WEEK:

Dear friends, old and new,

Let me start by saying how grateful i am to each and every one of you for your generosity and support. I am temporarily staying at a friends house in oak park. Since the fire on Monday with everyone's support I'm doing much better mentally and physically.I've received many clothes and am starting to go through them, what doesn't fit I will donating back to AmVets.

Saying thank you is just not enough!!!!!